TOAST! CRISP, BUTTERY TOAST!

What if I told you open face sandwiches were all the craze?

What is an open face sandwich? It’s basically a one sided sandwich. Just the bottom.  Traditionally, the bready portion of the sandwich is crisp bread or toast.  Top it with a spread of some kind then add sweet or savory toppings.

A simple sweet open faced sandwich is toasted rye bread with cream cheese spread on it.  Top it with fresh blueberries and a drizzle of honey.

A simple savory open face sandwich is that same toasted rye bread and cream cheese, but add a little mustard and chives to the cheese, a few thin slices of lox, and sprinkle a few fresh dill fronds on it.

It’s supposed to be very simple, but sometimes you need a zip!  Try the following green spread for a savory treat!

2 C fresh cilantro leaves, no stems

2 C fresh parsley leaves, no stems

1 C fresh chives (garlic is best, but regular works too)

6 sprigs of fresh thyme, strip the leaves

¼ C salted butter

2 TBS bacon fat

1 TBS berry vinegar (can use cider vinegar)

Toss all of the ingredients into a blender or food processor.  Taste it to see if any adjustments need to be made.  Add a few drops of vinegar, salt, or a little bit of honey to help balance it out.  If you want a bit of heat, add freshly grated horseradish.

GOOD FEAST!